Name: January Membership Meeting (Open to Anyone)
Start: 2024-01-16T09:00:00-05:00
End: 2024-01-16T12:00:00-05:00
Location: 2101 E Palm Ave

**Location:**
Entrepreneur Collaborative Center
2101 E Palm Ave, Tampa, FL 33605

**Time:**
January 16th
9:00am - 12:00pm EST

**Speakers:**
Ebony Vaz, Robert Price, & Gary Hopewell

**Refreshments will be provided!**

**CPE credits are available upon request. Please email the Director of Membership after the meeting to receive proof of attendance.**

Leah

Michael W. Ritchie

Elizabeth 

Wayne Selk

Tampa Bay InfraGard Meetup Group

Technology

Industrial

Network Security

Information Security

Computer Security

Industrial Networking

Emergency Preparedness

Cybersecurity

**9:00am - 1st Speaker - Above Promotions**

* *Bio: Ebony Vaz, Founder and CEO, brings over 15 years of experience and expertise to the intersection of marketing technology, public relations, and cybersecurity. As an accomplished author and marketing instructor, she integrates her engineering background and government research into storytelling for public awareness campaigns, growth strategies, and events. Recognized as one of the Top 50 Black Marketers on the Rise, Ebony is a sought-after speaker and contributing writer on topics ranging from emerging technology for marketing to cybersecurity and diversity in STEM.* 
* *Discussion Abstract: "Fuel Investments in Cybersecurity Through Your Marketing and Sales Teams" empowers attendees with techniques and strategies to redefine the perception of cybersecurity and privacy within their organizations. The focus is on transforming these traditionally viewed as cost centers into strategic growth enablers. Participants will gain insights into leveraging compliance efforts to build trust, aligning cybersecurity practices with broader organizational goals. By the end, the audience will be equipped to integrate these newfound perspectives into their marketing and sales strategies, fostering a holistic approach where cybersecurity catalyzes growth and success.*

**10:00am - 2nd Speaker - FBI**

* *Bio: Robert Price is a* *Supervisory Special Agent for the Computer Intrusion Program in the Tampa Division of the Federal Bureau of Investigation*
* *Discussion Abstract: 2024 Bureau Update*

**11:00am - 3rd Speaker - CISA**

* *Bio: Gary Hopewell is a Cyber Security Advisor (CSA) with the Department of Homeland Security’s Cyber and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) assigned to Federal Region IV. Prior to joining CISA, Gary was an FBI Computer Scientist for 10 years, investigating criminal, national security, and cybercrime for the FBI Cyber task force in Orlando and St. Louis. He primarily focused on ransomware and dark market investigations as well as digital forensics.*
* *Discussion Abstract: The presentation will be a CISA services brief covering a number of no-cost services, assessments, and tabletop exercises that CISA has available on the website or assisted by a Cybersecurity Advisor. Use this time to get to know our local CISA representative and take advantage of the free resources they have to offer your organization.*

Ebony Vaz, Robert Price, & Gary Hopewell

January Membership Meeting (Open to Anyone)

2101 E Palm Ave

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